Bidspirit auction | Bulova Accutron N2 10kt Rolled
Bulova Accutron N2 10kt Rolled Gold Plate Wristwatch Does Not Run - This is a vintage Bulova Accutron wristwatch, featuring a cushion-shaped case crafted from 10kt rolled gold plate. The date code N2 on the case back indicates a manufacture year of 1972. The watch features a gold-tone dial with a vertical brushed texture, gold-tone applied bar indices, and the Accutron name at the 12 o'clock position. An applied tuning fork logo is located at the 6 o'clock position. This model is equipped with a tuning fork electronic movement, which does not run and requires professional attention. The case back is stamped Bulova and features a centered presentation engraving that reads Robert Drake E.A.I.C. 1975. Below the engraving is the serial number 637747 and the date code N2. The lower edge is marked 10kt Rolled Gold Plate Case. The watch is fitted with a black textured leather strap and a gold-tone buckle embossed with a stylized tuning fork logo. Case width: 35mm (excluding crown) Lug-to-lug distance: 40mm Total length: 9 inches. The watch does not run and is sold for parts or restoration purposes. The 10kt rolled gold plate case exhibits significant wear consistent with age, including visible brassing on the lugs, the corners of the cushion case, and around the edges of the case back. The acrylic crystal is heavily scratched and scuffed across its entire surface. The dial appears in generally good condition with minor oxidation and faint spotting visible under magnification. The black leather strap is in poor condition, showing heavy wear, cracking, and deterioration near the lugs and tip.